News from 2024
Plaintiff alleges former acquaintance accused him falsely causing reputational damage
Ceyoni Cain has filed a lawsuit against Danni Blackman in San Francisco's Superior Court over alleged defamatory statements accusing him falsely of serious crimes which he claims have severely damaged his reputation and caused emotional distress.
Ahead of the Holiday Season, Attorney General Bonta Warns Consumers of Shopping Scams and Fraud
California Attorney General Rob Bonta urged shoppers to be on the lookout for common scams this holiday season and offered tips on how to shop safely.
Homeowners Sue Remodeling Contractor Over Negligence Leading to Water Damage
A failed water heater during a home renovation leads homeowners Nitin Kempanahalli and Apeksha Hudedagaddi to sue contractor Design Milagros Inc., alleging negligence and breach of contract after significant property damage occurred in March 2024.
SF 'Empty Homes Tax' unconstitutional, judges say; Violates landlords' rights to not rent homes
A San Francisco Superior Court judge issued a written ruling on Nov. 26, formally striking down San Francisco's 'Empty Homes Tax,' approved under Prop M, because it would illegally force property owners to either pay a potentially onerous annual tax or face the choice of leasing to strangers or selling their longtime homes
San Francisco Entities Accused of Negligence Leading to Fatal Fire
In a gripping legal battle unfolding in San Francisco's Superior Court, Ralph F. Gescat sues local government entities and a management corporation over alleged negligence resulting in his son's tragic death during a housing complex fire earlier...
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Ride-Sharing Giant Uber Following Assaults
Two women have filed a lawsuit against Uber Technologies Inc., claiming negligence after alleged assaults by drivers using the ride-sharing platform.
Plaintiffs Accuse Ride-Sharing Giant Lyft of Negligence Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations
A lawsuit filed against ride-sharing company Lyft alleges severe negligence leading to multiple cases of sexual assault by its drivers.
Labor & Employment Attorney Aleshia Poole White Joins Fox Rothschild in San Francisco
Fox Rothschild is pleased to welcome Aleshia Poole White to the San Francisco office as counsel in the Labor & Employment Department.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against housing management company over unsafe living conditions
Rossie Hawkins has filed a lawsuit against LS Housing Preservation LP and others for alleged negligence leading to unsafe living conditions at La Salle Apartments in San Francisco.
Plaintiff (insurance provider) sues Defendant (roofing contractor) for Negligence after Property Damage Incident
State Farm General Insurance Company has initiated legal proceedings against NR Meir Design Inc., alleging negligence led to significant water damage at an insured property following faulty skylight installation by the roofing contractor.
CA appeal court: Personal injury plaintiffs can't claim all hospital expenses, just because they visited ER once
The decision, which directed a Sacramento court to recalculate $3.3M in medical expenses and interest awarded to a car crash plaintiff, found the court had misapplied California's Hospital Lien Act. The court said the law allows plaintiffs to only seek expenses racked up from arrival at the ER to discharge, not into "perpetuity"
Attorney General Bonta Announces 31 Criminal Charges Against US Framing West and Its Employees for Wage Theft, Tax Evasion
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the filing of 31 criminal charges and two enhancements against US Framing West and two employees for multiple violations of state labor laws.
Be Prepared for Expanding Job Posting Requirements – Illinois is Next in Line! on December 4, 2024
On January 1, 2025, a new law will go into effect in Illinois requiring employer job postings to include pay and benefit information.
Plaintiff accuses rideshare company Lyft of negligence following tragic incident
In a compelling lawsuit filed in San Francisco's Superior Court on November 21st by Stephen Anthony Harris against Lyft Inc., allegations surface about gross negligence contributing to his sister's distress before passing away from cancer...
Bicycle Incident Leads to Negligence Lawsuit Against Individual Rider
Cole Maizel has filed a lawsuit against Walter D. Vander Schraaf following a bicycle accident that allegedly caused him severe injuries and emotional distress on John F. Kennedy Drive in San Francisco on October 19th, 2024.
Plaintiff Alleges Vehicle-Sharing Company Negligence After Fatal Accident
A plaintiff has filed a lawsuit against a prominent vehicle-sharing company following a fatal accident involving his rented Tesla Model 3.
Plaintiff alleges Tia Medical Group discriminated against disabled patient over service animal
In a recent legal filing, Leah Rowe Heyman accuses Tia Medical Group of denying her access due to her service animal despite federal protections under the ADA.
Plaintiffs Accuse Luxury Apartment Developer Hines Interests Limited Partnership of Negligence Following Flood Displacement
Two tenants have filed a lawsuit against Hines Interests Limited Partnership over alleged negligence at their luxury apartment building in San Francisco's SoMa district after catastrophic floods displaced them from their homes for months on end...
Retirement plan contributions can be excluded from Chapt 13 income: Appeals panel
A federal appeals court in San Francisco has ruled that contributions to a qualified retirement plan through an employer can be excluded from "disposable income" reported by people seeking to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Plaintiffs accuse Business Partner of Breach of Fiduciary Duty in Restaurant Expansion Dispute
Angelo Sannino has filed a lawsuit against his business partner Gianni Chiloiro over allegations that include breach of fiduciary duty and unauthorized use of company resources for personal ventures.